The blockchain can record any information in a secure way, and make that information both public and unchangeable - doing this without relying on any central authority.

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BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY

What is the blockchain? "The blockchain is a distributed public ledger."

Why the blockchain matters? "More than just the foundational basis for digital currency, the
blockchain has the ability to impact all industries on a global basis
that rely on or utilize record keeping and require trust."

Blockchain potential applications & disruption:

"Blockchain technology continues to redefine not only how the exchange
sector operates, but the global financial economy as a whole."Bob Greifeld, CEO of Nasdaq-OMX Stock Market, Inc.

BITCOIN

What is Bitcoin?
"Bitcoin is the first decentralized digital currency."

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The traditional traits of money:

"Bitcoin is exciting because it shows how cheap financial transactions
can be."Bill Gates